Director Of Nursing
The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the nursing department of the Rock Haven Nursing Home in accordance with federal, state, county, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing skilled nursing long-term care facilities to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to residents at all times.
50% - Administrative Functions
- Develops and implements the nursing service organizational structure.
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs nursing services as well as their programs and activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the facility.
- Advocates for staff as well as for residents.
- Participates in strategic planning and long-range planning.
- Participates in the annual budget process. Assures nursing department compliance. Coordinates the education focus for the nursing department.
- Provides relief coverage for the Assistant Director of Nurses and Nursing Supervisors as needed.
- Reviews annually or as necessary the Policy and Procedures of the Nursing Department and makes changes as necessary based on current standards of practice.
25% - Clinical Guidance
Serves as a professional role model.Collaborates with resident care staff at all levels in the development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care programs.Provides clinical expertise in the management of medical, behavioral, and psychiatric emergencies.Provides clinical expertise in behavior management techniques.Provides clinical expertise in the care of clients with mental retardation.Assures that appropriate standards are implemented and maintained by all clinical units.Monitors and evaluates care delivered on a direct and indirect basis.Participates in the staff development program. Coordinates and teaches sessions related to regulatory compliance.Demonstrates and maintains competence with the Resident Assessment Instrument.Demonstrates and maintains competence with state and federal nursing home regulations.Demonstrates and maintains competence with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.Participates in the Southern Region DON Alliance peer network group.Participates in educational opportunities to keep informed of current standards of practice.10% - Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
Meets routinely with the nurse manager group and interdisciplinary teams.Meets routinely with the senior management team.Coordinates the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.Chairs the nursing quality assurance committee.Represents nursing on the quality assurance committee and medical staff committee.Attends safety committee as appropriate.Directs nursing department in survey compliance, quality assurance, and staff development activities.Reviews injury and risk forms. Assures that preventive measures have been initiated.Reviews investigations for all alleged incidents of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident belongings. Maintains administrative records. Reports to the state per regulation.Receives employee, resident, and family grievances. Refers information to the appropriate supervisor. Works with NHA to assure that grievances are resolved.Directs staff response to emergencies such as severe weather, fire, or bomb scare. Participates in fire drills. Directs disaster evacuation plan as needed.Provides direction to the Rock Haven infection control program.Provides directions to the Rock Haven wound care program.10% - Public Relations
Provides tours of the facility to families.Completes referral forms for any inquiries / tours. Reviews all referrals to determine medical and nursing needs. Coordinates care needs with the receiving unit. Rounds regularly to meet residents and families.Referral visits to assess the needs of new admissions with complex needs.Represents the facility at community events.Collaborates with appropriate community and governmental policy-making bodies.5% - Performs other duties as assigned.
Success Factors (KSAs)
Current theory base in medical, geriatric, and psychiatric nursingCurrent knowledge of state and federal nursing home and ICF regulations.Computer skills including email, word processing, work scheduling system, and the facility electronic medical record system.Ability to prepare clear, concise reports.Knowledge of needs of client populations and treatment sources.Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of others.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures, and government standards and regulations.Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of issues.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, residents, families, professionals, and the general public.Ability to work well as a team leader / member.Skill in reviewing clinical work of others according to professional standards and practice guidelines.Job Requirements, Education, Training & Experience
Registered professional nurse with current Wisconsin licensure in good standing.Supervisory experience as a head nurse, nursing supervisor, or director of nurses.Work experience as a professional nurse, preferably in related fields (long-term care, medical-surgical nursing, mental health, or nursing supervision).CPR certification.Must be willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance.BSN preferred.Essential Job Functions (Physical Elements, Equipment and Working Conditions)
Physical Elements :
Ability to stand, walk, and sit for periods of time.Ability to be on call and respond to emergency situations that may be required of the nursing home.Ability to use a computer and computer keyboard.Ability to exert 10-20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 5-10 pounds of force frequently or greater than negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Ability to work in a stressful environment.Equipment Use :
Uses personal protective equipment as needed but not limited to : gloves, gowns, goggles, and protective shield.Ability to enter accurate information into charts and reports.Working Conditions :
Works in well-lit / ventilated office areas, as well as throughout the nursing home facility and its premises.May be subject to potentially hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.May be subject to falls, burns, odors, etc., throughout the work day.May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, blood, body fluids, conditions, etc. CPR / AED certification required.